Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher
The Quaker Oats Co./Gatorade Van CampEnergy Water, Blue Raspberry
Hydrive Energy LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Riptide Rush... | Energy Water... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 30.0g | 6.0g |
| Sugars | 29.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher
Energy Water, Blue Raspberry
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Nutritional Labels
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Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher
Serving size 500.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 1.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
WATER, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SODIUM CITRATE, MONOPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GLYCEROL ESTER OF ROSIN, RED 40, BLUE 1.
Energy Water, Blue Raspberry
Serving size 458.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
PURIFIED WATER, SUCROSE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, CAFFEINE, POTASSIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), TAURINE, NIACINAMIDE (VITAMIN B3), L-CARNITINE, SUCRALOSE, YERBA MATE LEAF EXTRACT, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE (VITAMIN B5), NATURAL FLAVORS, PYRIDOXINE, HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), ACACIA GUM, ESTER GUM, BLUE 1, CYANOCOBALAMIN (VITAMIN B12).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher Tags
Energy Water, Blue Raspberry Tags
Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Riptide Rush has a BSI of 60.0 while Energy Water, Blue Raspberry has a BSI of 12.0. Energy Water, Blue Raspberry has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Energy Water, Blue Raspberry appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 12.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Riptide Rush contains 6.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Energy Water, Blue Raspberry contains 1.3g per 100g. Energy Water, Blue Raspberry has 4.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Riptide Rush Crisp & Cool Thirst Quencher, Riptide Rush provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0g in Energy Water, Blue Raspberry. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
Use this comparison to make informed substitutions in your meals. The food with the lower BSI score will generally have less impact on your blood sugar. Consider pairing higher-impact foods with protein or fiber to help moderate blood glucose response.
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